In the Hindi version, Priyanka will voice Kaa, the python, which has been voiced by Johansson in the international film.

Irrfan will lend his voice to the friendly bear Baloo, while “Dil Dhadakne Do” actress Shefali Shah will dub for Raksha, the wolf.

Veteran actor Puri, who has been often honored for his performances in India and abroad, will lend his voice to Bagheera, the Black Panther.

The Studio has also approached powerful performer Nana Patekar, who recently wowed critics and audience with his riveting performance in Marathi film “Natsamrat”, to once again lend his voice to Shere Khan.

Back in the early 90s, Nana had dubbed for the fearsome tiger in the animated series, “Jungle Book: The Adventures of Mowgli” that was aired on Doordarshan.

“The Jungle Book is so very special to India, and we want our audience enjoy Disney’s all-new live-action adaptation. We wanted nothing but the best for the Hindi version of the film.

“We are so excited to have such veterans and A list actors come together to voice and bring alive these beloved characters making it like a hi scale Hindi film,” said Amrita Pandey, Vice-President – Studios, Disney India.